At 1stDibs, there are several options of 18th century oval mirrors available for sale. Each of these unique 18th century oval mirrors was constructed with extraordinary care, often using
wood,
glass and
giltwood. 18th century oval mirrors have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 19th Century. 18th century oval mirrors are generally popular furniture pieces, but
Georgian,
Louis XVI and
Neoclassical styles are often sought at 1stDibs. 18th century oval mirrors have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by
Thomas Chippendale,
Meissen Porcelain and
Stephen Cavallo are consistently popular.
Vintage mirrors have long been a measure of craftsmanship, from gilded Rococo frames to the sunburst shapes that became a signature of mid-century design.
Styles to Know
An arched or sunburst mirror reads more decorative, while a plain rectangular frame lets the room around it stand out. Hang one above a vintage vanity or a mid-century modern dresser, or lean a larger floor mirror against the wall as a standalone piece.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Mirror
Foxing and an aged frame usually read as character rather than damage, worth weighing against a listing's condition notes. For placement ideas, our 12 dramatic mirrors feature is a good place to start. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era and designer on record, and the 1stDibs Promise covers each purchase.